West Blatchington Primary and Nursery School
51%
Capacity
227
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About West Blatchington Primary and Nursery School
West Blatchington Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Brighton and Hove community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 227 pupils on roll, operating at 51% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated West Blatchington Primary and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Russell Brentnall, it falls under Brighton and Hove local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11081st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 40 in Brighton and Hove.
West Blatchington Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 18 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
West Blatchington Primary and Nursery School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (25 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at West Blatchington Primary and Nursery School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cricket, Football, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Book Club, Coding, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 49.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Brighton and Hove, West Blatchington Primary and Nursery School is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hangleton Way, Hove, Brighton and Hove, BN3 8BN |
| Headteacher | Russell Brentnall |
| Local Authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Number of Pupils | 227 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 49.1% |
| School Capacity | 227 / 445 (51% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Jan 2019Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Jan 2019): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Mar 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11081st of 13,686
Nationally
1665th of 2,034
In South East
35th of 40
In Brighton and Hove
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
48%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
25 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
61
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About West Blatchington Primary and Nursery School
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Contact Information
Hangleton Way, Hove
Brighton and Hove, BN3 8BN
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